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Susan Wells
August 1, 2012
My daughter who is 17 just learned of the passing of Mark today by a colleague of hers who worked with him in the past. My daughter Lauren had semi-private swimming lessons with Mark about 4 or 5 years ago when he would have been about 17. He was her favourite instructor. So incredibly patient with the 2 girls when they had hesitations about diving down deep in the pool or something else that they lacked confidence in. Mark would always make it seem like the easiest thing in the world to accomplish and he gave Lauren the confidence she really needed to continue. As a adult, I enjoyed talking to Mark - asking him what his future plans were. He had just graduated from high school and was still deciding what he wanted to do. I remember that I purchased a gift card for the movies for Mark after the lessons came to an end. It is something I don't usually do but I felt compelled to somehow repay him personally after being such a great mentor to Lauren. Lauren and I just spoke of Mark a few days ago. I asked my daughter if she thought that Mark was still teaching swimming since she is now working with the summer camps at Bob McQuarrie and she replied that she had not run into him. That is why she called me today to inform me of the very sad news. I am sorry we are only finding out a year later, but I am sure you can tell that Mark had an effect on us because we can remember him so well years later. May you find comfort in the knowledge that even strangers were moved and touched by him. God bless.
Lydia Christ
August 28, 2011
Dear Penny and family,
Mark clearly touched many lives in a positive way. I am truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts at this very difficult time.
Kim Beaudoin Joiner
August 27, 2011
Dear Penny, Bob and Tara,
Learning the news of Mark's death left me with great sadness. I have fond memories babysitting Mark and Tara on Avignon Court. Although words may be of little comfort to you at this time, know that your family is in my prayers. May you find strength and comfort in each other during this difficult time.
Sending you all my deepest and warmest sympathies,
Kimmy
Ginette Asselin
August 25, 2011
Dear Penny & family,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son... my sincere sympathies to all of you.
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Pam Cullen-Arseneau
August 23, 2011
Penny and family, sorry for your loss. A parent should never have to bury a child, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Pam Cullen-Arseneau
Danielle Cardinal
August 22, 2011
Dearest Positively Penny,
I apologize for the late message of condolences. Please know that myself and the Dental Health team are thinking of you and your family. Know that we are sending you all healing wishes.
Suzanne Rowland
August 22, 2011
Dear Penny, you are in my thoughts in this time of sorrow. My heart broke when I heard of Mark’s death. There is nothing as painful as losing a child and I wish I had words of comfort for you and your family. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Joyce Hodgins
August 17, 2011
Penny and family,
So very sorry for you and the loss of your son. Cherish your memories.
August 17, 2011
Dear Penny and family
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful son. My thoughts are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Deborah Johnston
Jane/Paul Orsak/Chouinard
August 16, 2011
Bob, Penny and family,
You have our deepest sympathies with regards to your loss. All of you and Mark are in our prayers. We hope that sharing memories with family and friends will help in some way.
Jane Orsak and Paul Chouinard
Louise Tailleur
August 16, 2011
To Mark's family,
As a mother, I offer you my most sincere condolences. I have had the pleasure of knowing him for a few years now. He had been giving my 2 youngest kids private swimming lessons at the pool. My youngest daughter and son just adored him as he was always so nice, patient and happy with them. They made up funny names for Mark (Marco Polo, Marcus, etc) and he always had a good patient laugh with them. I wish you a lot of courage in this difficult time and please know that we will miss him dearly this Fall when we return to the pool. My daughter was always making drawings for him and he would accept them and made her feel special. She is only 6 but she was very sad today to hear this news. we will make a prayer for you tonite. (Louise for Melania and Pascal DeCoste)
Eleanor Côté
August 16, 2011
Penny, Bob and Tara,
Please accept my condolences on the sudden loss of your beautiful son and brother. I heard the shocking news when I returned from holidays, so I missed the wake and funeral. It was unbelievable to me. I remember his infectious smile that lit up his whole face from when I taught him in Grade 2. It sounds like he grew up to become a wonderful young man and a good friend to all, which he was destined to be from how he interacted with others at Convent Glen. May God, family and friends bring you strength in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Anne Lillico
August 15, 2011
Penny
I am so so sorry to hear about your loss.
August 15, 2011
Dear Rob & Penny,
Our dearest sympathies to you both in this difficult time. Even though we did not know Mark we know that he was a talented young man and precious son.Our thoughts are with you and your familty.
Jessika & Laura(Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health)
Colleen Kearns
August 15, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Staff,Community Diabetes Education Program
August 15, 2011
Dear Penny and Family:
Our hearts go out to you. No family should ever have to go through what you must be experiencing. Mark sounds like he was a wonderful young man.
Barbara O'Brien-Litten
August 15, 2011
Dear Penny and family,
I can't imagine the pain and emptiness you are feeling right now after the death of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. From all the comments I have read, it sounds like your son was a wonderful person who lived life fully and who brought joy to many people. I hope that your happy memories of your son and the support of your family and friends will provide comfort and strength to carry you though this time.
With deepest sympathy
Barbara
August 15, 2011
Dear Penny and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Hold onto each other.
Jessie Gogan
Charles Morrisey
August 15, 2011
Bob and Penny, my deepest sympathies on the loss of your son.
Kathy Robertson
August 15, 2011
My deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Tania Vogel
August 14, 2011
Dear Burton Family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathies to you in this hard time. I will always remember Mark as a kind, loving and caring individual. I had the privilege to work with me at the pool for the past few years and watch him grow as a person and as an instructor. His smile was so contagious, even if he made me so angry every time he would show up to work late, his personality and his smile made it impossible for me to stay mad at me for more than a few minutes. I am very grateful to have had the chance to invite him up to my cottage for a party last summer, before going up to the cottage; I had talk to him about a 40 foot cliff I always jump off of. He was so excited to come and up and try it. The second he got up to the cottage, I took him out in the boat and brought him to the cliff; he swam over and climbed to the jumping area. He never hesitated before he jumped. Once he got back to the boat, the pure joy and happiness that was in his eyes after doing this was amazing and I am really happy I got to share this time with him. He was truly an amazing human being, and will be missed by many. He will live on forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Mark.
Lyne Gillespie
August 14, 2011
Dear Penny and Family,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your son. My heart breaks for all of you. I will keep you in my prayers.
Ruth McMullan
August 14, 2011
To Bob, Penny and Tara,
I just heard this evening of your loss! I am in shock! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time! I wish I knew how to help!
Love you all!
The McMullans
August 14, 2011
Bob and Penny:
I am so sorry to hear of your devastating loss. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Ross Graham
Katie Underhill
August 14, 2011
Dear Burton Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of working with Mark since he first started at the pool. Mark was one of a kind, truly an amazing person, and one of the most intelligent people I ever knew. Some of my fondest memories of him are when we would be starting a shift and he would look at you and tell you how beautiful you were, even if it was 6 am and you knew you looked like a mess. His smile was contagious, and I will never forget his laugh. He always knew exactly what to say to lift your spirits when you were feeling down. I will miss him more than words can express and I can't even begin to imagine how difficult this is for you and your family. Stay strong, he may be gone but he will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
August 13, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of your son's death. Our hearts go out to Tara, Penny and Bob, and family and friends who knew and loved him. Our thoughts are with you and please take good care of each other in the days to come. We only learned of this after the funeral service or would have attended. We will remember him in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Carolyn and Ken Doyle
Mark & pals at Carleton U, Mike's Place Pub, Trivia nights with Purple Friendship Team ...
Viren Gandhi
August 13, 2011
Tribute to Mark Burton
by Viren Gandhi on Saturday, August 13, 2011 at 5:08pm
The world will never be the same without you Mark Burton !!! All of your loyal friends at Carleton U, including all your loving purple friends from Mike's Place and trivia, myself included are stunned and utterly devastated by this loss.
I know I am not alone when I say You were the most REAL and GENUINE person I've ever known. You possessed a heart of gold my friend, pure gold. THere will only ever be one of you Mark Burton! In a world full of dishonesty and narcissism you were a bastion of sincerity and kindness. You were ahead your time Mark, a true visionary of caring.
Clearly, you were evolved beyond our times.
Your ability to empathize and understand people was unparralled. You had a special gift for understanding our problems and accepting peolple as they are, and intuitively helped those who were hurting to resolve their many life
struggles. You did this with your kindness, your precocious intelligence and psychological insight. You gave people hope, and I am sad and afraid I will never find a more loyal and selfless human being.Your ideals of friendship were peerless. You were eternally supportive to me and to all of us. You strengthened and inspired me at such a deep level, and for this I am forever indebted.
As a clear social genius, your intelligence, sense of humour and magnitism were as contagious as your kind heart. Your crackling wit and spirited personality was vital. You consistently broke down all people's fears and barriers with your voracious sense of humour, warm charm that always filled our lives with joy, and filled the rooms with
laughter! You were perhaps the most loved person I have known, which makes this loss so unthinkable.
I am so angry that fate was permitted to break such a fine human being, and am so deeply saddened that I could not prevent it, and am hurt to the point where I now feel broken too.
Your genuinely kind nature, your love of fun and freedom, and your authentic heart will be sorely missed Mark. It is within this joyful and caring spirit that we will remember you so fondly. You listened, you touched our lives and our hearts, you were always there for us, and for this I will always love you and be grateful for!!!
Your friend always,
Vee Gandhi
Sandra Borkovic
August 13, 2011
Rest in Peace Mark...I've only met you once but I always thought you were a nice guy who was full of life, good times and I will never forget you..
Stephanie Miller
August 13, 2011
Dear Burton family,
Mark was an amazing friends, who always made us laugh. I am so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts at this very hard time.
My deepest condolences
Kim & Emma Corrigan
August 13, 2011
To the Burton Family
My daughter Emma had the pleasure of having Mark as a diving coach.
He will be missed.
Pete Smith
August 13, 2011
Bob and Family
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Janet Sample
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,
Sending you my deepest sympathies during this very difficult time. Hold tight to those around you and take comfort in the happy memories of the time you shared with Mark.
Tracey Doran
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny
I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Thomas, Lee, Tavis, Bryson and Ariah Hayes
August 12, 2011
Thank you for sharing your son and brother with us. We feel that our lives were better for having known him. We hope that time and happy memories will help bring you peace.
Bev MacSween
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences as you and your family face this tragic loss.
Sincerely,
Bev MacSween
carmen valere
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny and family
I want to share with you all my sincerce and deepest sympathy at this the saddest days that you all will ever experience in your entire lives.I met Mark many many years ago what a beautiful and precious chid,as he grew,I listened intently to his proud mom recalling all about his growth and development.My heart aches for you all I pray that the merciful Lord will give you all peace in your hearts at this time and the great love you all have for Mom will sustain you all at this sad time.Love conquers all Love Carmen.
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Kathleen
Katleen Joy, Ottawa
Marie-Claude Lang
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,
I can't express how sad I felt when I read about the lost of your son Mark. My sincere condolences to you and your family and may you find the strenght in each other to go through these difficult time. Thinking of you.
Louise Gilbert
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy.
Louise
Tony Myres
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,Bob and Tara,
I did not know Mark personally but I did know of him through your friend, Ashley.This will be a terrible time for you to get through, and although it seems impossible now,you will get through it. I speak as a grandfather and a father and one who, many years ago, lost a child.
With deepest sympathy,
Morgan Ireland
August 12, 2011
To the Burton Family,
I first met Mark in kindergarden but became friends in grade 1 at OrleansWood. Even at a young age Mark had a special light, he always made me laugh. Then in grade seven it was like we picked up where we left off, and we remembered eachother - and Mark still had that same smile, light and humourous quality in him. We bonded and were good friends throughout high school, though we lost touch after we graduate he always hold a special place with me - he was like the brother i never had, always there for others, and was able to make any hard situation feel a bit better.
I hope you all are able to find some peace one day, and know that Mark was loved, and always will be.
If any of you ever need anything, do not hesitate to ask.
Sincerely,
Morgan
Lynette Dutchin
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny & Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you and your family as you grieve.
Caren Croft
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny and family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the special memories you have and the love and support of your friends and family
Kathy Lavigne
August 12, 2011
Dear Penny,
I'm so sorry to hear about your son; it was quite a shock. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Harpreet
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny & family,
My heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family during this most difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Christine McGee
August 11, 2011
Mark was always a welcom addition in my home. He would come over before the boys went out on their evenings out. He was a pleasant funny young man. He has touched many of us. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. He will be missed by all. God Bless you and your family.
Susan Brown-Charbonneau
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny and family,
I was so sad to hear of your son's passing, my deepest condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find strength in the love of your family, friends and colleagues.
sincerely, Susan
Briana S
August 11, 2011
"The sun, the moon, the wind, the stars, will forever be around,
reminding us of the love he shared, and the peace he's finally found."
Ill never forget you Mark!
My condolences to the Burton family.
Heaven recieved the most amazing angel the day Mark arrived. <3
August 11, 2011
To the Burton Family and Friends,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We met Mark through swimming lessons and he was wonderful with the kids and a favorite instructor for our girls. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sincerely,
The Rafael Family
Tania O'Connor
August 11, 2011
Penny and Family,
Deepest sympathy to you as you mourn the loss of your treasured son. It's difficult to find the right words but please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tania O'Connor
Cathy Given
August 11, 2011
Penny,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your loved ones. I didn't get the opportunity to meet your son Mark, but from all that is said here, he was loved by so many of his friends and family. Hold on to the good times. Please take care of yourself and if you ever need a shoulder, just let me know.
Valerie Martin
August 11, 2011
To the Burton family,
I never met Mark but by everybody's message, he seems really amazing and full of laughter. My deepest condolences to your family on this difficult times.
He will be missed by many <3.
natasha
August 11, 2011
Although i only talked to Mark once he was a really funny guy.
My sympathies are with you ? i am sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joanne and Roy Mitchell
August 11, 2011
Bob and Penny,
We are so distressed to hear about Mark. You are in our thoughts. Our deepest sympathies.
Joanne and Roy Mitchell and Erin, Maddie and Kathryn
Ann Nowak
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny,
I am so sorry for your loss. It is obvious from the notes of others that Mark was valued and loved by many. Sincerest sympathies to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts...Ann
Jackie Bastien
August 11, 2011
Jackie from Canadian Blood Services we work together in Apheresis Im so sorry for your loss,one day at a time .My Condolence to your family.
Jesse Mitchell
August 11, 2011
To the Burton Family:
Your son was an amazing friend. He was somebody anybody could talk to. Not only about the good things, but also the bad; when I would be down, he would always find a way to lighten the mood and make me feel better. Without Mark, I wouldn't be the person I am today. My deepest sympathy is with you guys. Stay strong and remember how great of a person Mark was.
Friendship never ends....
Lisa Barlow
August 11, 2011
To the Burton Family,
I wanted to express my deepest sympathies for your loss. I know most of our interactions over the years were when our boys were getting into some kind of trouble or shenanigans. I want you to know that we loved Mark very much and valued the joy he brought to our lives. Jordi thought of Mark as a brother and would have done anything for him. Mark was a great kid and I am grateful for that friendship they had. I can't imagine your loss and I hope the words of how Mark touched so many lives will bring you all some peace.
Lisa, Jordi & Jessica Barlow
Chanel Caron
August 11, 2011
Penny,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Katherine Hale
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny,
Hoping time, and good memories will help to heal your loss and pain.
My deepest condolences
Susan Gough
August 11, 2011
Dearest Penny and Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy at his heavy time.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Gough
Anna Lach
August 11, 2011
Dear Burton Family,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss. Mark was an incredible person who brought much joy and light into the lives of those around him. My deepest sympathies go out to all of you during this trying time.
Ryan Clare
August 11, 2011
Mark was one of the greatest guys you could know, I remember playing music with him and Jordie back in the day and never being able to keep a straight face because of Mark's great humor. He'll be sadly missed.
August 11, 2011
To the Burton Family
We are very saddened to hear about Mark. He has been a wonderful, supportive friend to our son Mathieu. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelley, Alain & Mathieu Tousignant
Lorette Dupuis
August 11, 2011
Penny and family,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you during this time of great sorrow. My prayers are with you and I will keep them there as you pass through this trying time. May you each find peace in your own way...Lorette
Mary Ellen Campbell
August 11, 2011
Bob and Family
My deepest sympathies. Your are in my thoughts and prayers.
BA Hamilton
August 11, 2011
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son.
Deepest sympathies
Betty-Ann Hamilton
Joyce Ombiga
August 11, 2011
Dearest Penny and Family, my deepest condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny and Family,
I am so sorry and shocked to hear about your son. Take care of yourselves.
Sincerely,
Barbara Woodward
Kanata, Ontario
Bev Croft
August 11, 2011
Dearest Penny,
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to you and your family at this most difficult time. Although I never had the honour or privilege of knowing Mark, I know he was an exceptional young man because he had you for a mother. I am thinking of you and am here if you need anything.
Mehgan Crampton
August 11, 2011
To the Burton Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for the loss of such an amazing person. I was in the St. Matthew Drama Guild with Mark, and he never failed to bring smiles and laughs to the lives of everyone around him. He had an infectious smile, and was always an absolute joy to be around.
My deepest condolences to the Burton Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Mehgan Crampton
Carole Séguin
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny
I am so saddened to hear about the passing of your son.
If you were in front of me at the moment I would hold you in my arms.
I am praying for you and your family.
Paul Massel
August 11, 2011
Bob Penny and Tara:
Words can not express the sadness that we feel for you all on these long lonely days. Our deepest condolences.
Paul and Susan and family
August 11, 2011
Penny, Bob and Tara,
Memories are the legacy of love.
Please know that you have friends who will listen and care, don't hesitate to call us.
Joan Kearns
Keith Lance
August 11, 2011
Bob and Family
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Phyllis Marinoff
The Elford Family
August 11, 2011
Penny, Bob, and Tara:
Words cannot express the pain that we are feeling for your family. We pray that you will find the strength to carry you through this difficult time. Mark will always be remembered as a person who brought joy to everyone who surrounded him.
Sincerely
Mara, John, Daniel and Dana Elford
Susan Taylor
August 11, 2011
I am so sorry
Louise LaBerge
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny,
I was so sorry to hear about your tragic loss of Mark. I would like to extend my deepesst condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Louise LaBerge
August 11, 2011
Penny, Bob and Tara:
I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I remember Mark as a person filled with great positive energy and an abundance of love. When in our home, Mark always brought laughter with him. Thoughts of Mark fill our hearts with smiles.
Sincerely
Ann, Jamie, Andrew and Courtenay Kilgour
Godwin Ifedi
August 11, 2011
Dear Penny
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May you find strength to bear this tragic loss.
Godwin
August 11, 2011
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Mark.
I got to know Mark a bit this summer at the boathouse while he was fixing up the Laser 2. I appreciated his helpfulness, his enthuiasm, and his maturity. I will miss him.
Alan McCullough
Brad Gladman
August 11, 2011
Penny, Tara and Bob,
Please accept our deep condolences on the tragic loss of Mark. Lynn and I were shocked to hear of the passing of this very nice and friendly young man. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you in this trying time.
Sincerely,
Brad and Lynn Gladman.
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